POSITION PURPOSE:
The Maintenance Technician is required to maintain the community, equipment and grounds in a safe and efficient manner to ensure a successful and viable preventative maintenance program is maintained at all times. The nature of this job requires that he/she be flexible and work closely with other staff and departments in providing a safe, clean and healthy environment for clients, staff and visitors.
Within the scope of this position, the Maintenance Technician takes on a key role to continually provide an environment promoting a culture of client safety and freedom from harm and injury.
This position works closely with the community General Manager and AgeCare HR Advisor to promote and actively participate in health and safety awareness in the workplace and must have the availability to be called in as required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES / ACTIVITIES:
1. General Maintenance & Repairs
• Responsible for the repair and maintenance of inside and outside the building including gardening, landscaping, pest control, etc.
• Coordinate / assist in routine ground maintenance, parking areas, driveways, etc by cutting, trimming, sweeping, etc.
• Schedule and oversee sub-contract inspections and work with General Manager on recommendations
• Coordinate and/or perform routine and minor repair of all building and equipment including plumbing, drywall repair, carpentry, mechanical, etc (Major repairs typically performed by contractors)
• Monitor and as necessary replace/repair lighting fixtures, call lights, exit lights, parking lot and outside facility lighting, etc.
• Complete and/or review daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment maintenance procedures and ensure accurate and current records of scheduled maintenance procedures
• Ensure Preventative Maintenance Check Sheets and Schedules are followed and provide recommendations for revision to appropriate Management
• Schedule job activities so they can be accomplished with the work day; prioritize activities appropriately
• Respond to / coordinate emergency maintenance requests as required
• Coordinates and assists with renovation / remodelling of buildings; repairs plaster and drywall; painting

• Perform / coordinate outside custodial duties such as snow and ice removal from walkway
• Monitor and maintain appropriate temperatures of all heating and cooling thermostats
• Service heating and cooling units/systems within compliance and as specified by the manufacturer
• Perform, document and follow up on regular visual checks of all rooms, including storage and boiler rooms for ceiling leaks
• Report equipment malfunctions or breakdowns as instructed
• Provide recommendations and obtain estimates for supplies, repair parts; order parts as needed and approved
• May be required to perform housekeeping duties in high places and in mechanical areas
2. Client Safety:
• Perform all duties in a manner in which client safety is the focus
• Report any unsafe activities that may cause harm or injury a client
• Educate other co-workers/colleagues on the proper safety techniques when there is a possibility of endangering a client
• Observe and correct any unsafe behavior demonstrated by the clients
• Promote health & safety awareness at all times to all employees, clients, and families
• Ensure compliance of rules and regulations for safe work practices, identifies, corrects and/or reports unsafe working conditions; effectively use identified hazards or unsafe practices as a learning experience and training opportunity for self and others
• Participate in staff meetings, safety, PIR, and other committees, and quality improvement activities.
• Receive direction from and participate in corporate initiatives regarding safety and PIR
• Keep work areas free of hazardous conditions (eg. Grease/oil spills, excess supplies and equipment etc)
• Attend and participate in inservice educational classes and on-the-job training programs
• Ensure training of self and others as appropriate is received in Building Operations, Fire and Safety, Occupational Health and Safety, WHMIS, and general safety
• Maintain knowledge and demonstrate compliance of AgeCare and community policies and procedures
• Reports any injury of self or others to supervisor immediately
3. Other duties as assigned
KEY COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:
• Demonstrates respect of clients’ rights and individuality.
• Demonstrated understanding and adherence to strict confidentiality and privacy of information policies.
• High energy, team player; promotes a positive work environment.
• Demonstrate appropriate channels and methods of communication.
• Ability to deal with team members, clients and families with respect, tact and sensitivity.
• Ability to multi-task and remain flexible in ability and hours within a demanding environment.
• Possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Must be knowledgeable of safe maintenance practices, procedures, and guidelines.

• Ability to work harmoniously with other personnel with demonstrated appropriate and effective balance between supervisory functions and tasks requiring hands on approach.
• Ability to minimize waste of supplies and misuse of equipment.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
• Prior experience with plumbing, mechanical systems, painting and general maintenance
• Prior experience in working supervisory role a definite asset
EDUCATION / DESIGNATION REQUIREMENTS:
• General knowledge of electrical, plumbing, with good understanding of boiler and furnace systems.
• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
• "medium" according to the Canadian Classification and Dictionary of Occupation:
o Lifting 50 lbs maximum; frequent lifting and/or carrying up to 20 lbs.
o Significant amount of movement: must be able to lift, bend, stoop, climb, and reach.
HEALTH AND SAFETY RISKS:
• Physical: Muscle strain from lifting, bending, reaching, etc
Repetitive strain injuries
Ergonomic concerns from routine power equipment
• Chemical: Working with WHMIS and Control products
• Biological: Exposure to illness seen in communal living environment, i.e. influenza, colds
• Environmental: Slippery floors, bed cranks, bed rails, working alone situations
• Radiation: None
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Be responsible for own health and safety by complying with all policies and procedures
• Attend health and safety training and education sessions
• Report all incidents, injuries and illness to Supervisor immediately
• Report all substandard practices, conditions and potential hazards
• Work within the Occupational Health & Safety Legislation: specific job responsibilities, daily identification of hazards and controls as required
• Comply with OH&S documentation including Near Misses; Employee Unusual Incident Investigation Reports
• Ensure equipment is maintained in good working order
• Use and operate equipment in a safe and proper manner and for the intended purpose, according to policies and procedures
• Refuse unsafe work

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